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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 can (127 ml) green chilies
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large or 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into ½-inch rounds
- 3½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1441g | |
| Calories 644 | |
| Calories from Fat 254 | 39% |
| Total Fat 28.85g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 16.29g | 65% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium 458mg | 19% |
| Potassium 2785mg | 80% |
| Total Carbs 79.34g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 34% |
| Sugars 9.93g | 7% |
| Protein 27.17g | 43% |
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